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Alum Rock Park

Overview: Alum Rock Park is rated 4.7/5 from 3553 Google reviews. This park offers scenic hiking trails, a creek, and opportunities to view wildlife. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and restrooms nearby. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs. Downsides: Some reviews mention it can feel quiet or lightly used at times.

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4.7Google rating

3,553reviews

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4.7(3,553 reviews)

People say this park offers scenic hiking trails, a creek, and opportunities to view wildlife. They highlight the peaceful and beautiful atmosphere, and the variety of trails suitable for different skill levels. They also like the shaded areas, picnic spots, and clean restrooms.

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owners who want shade, seating, and water access

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Address15350 Penitencia Creek Rd, San Jose, CA 95127, USA

Phone(408) 259-5477

City pageSan Jose

Imported fromSan Jose, CA

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DG gurua month ago

Alum Rock Park is a fantastic, family-friendly destination, perfect for picnics and day hikes. The park features beautiful, well-maintained trails suitable for kids, offering stunning views of nature. There are designated picnic areas that are perfect for setting up a blanket and enjoying a meal amidst the scenery. With multiple trails to choose from, you can easily tailor your adventure to your family's skill level and interests. Whether you prefer a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, Alum Rock Park has something for everyone. Overall, if you're searching for a beautiful, kid-friendly outing with plenty of options for recreation and relaxation, Alum Rock Park is definitely worth a visit!

California Native2 months ago

If you are looking for a small hiking trail that's has easy access, I recommend heading out to Alum Rock Park. Beautiful views of Silicon Valley. Easy walking. Parking can fill up but worth the trip! Happy Trails 🙂

Jared B3 months ago

My favorite local park especially during weekdays. I've been coming here for at least 30 years. If you come here on a weekend you better come early. Great views if you do the entire loop. Great for running as well. In summer the grass can get long in the less traveled trails and I have seem plenty of ticks out there. Lots of wildlife including birds and deer. You can see plenty of mushrooms popping out if you plan it right. The park is almost miserable in the summer though so pack plenty of water if you go during those times. My favorite is when it is raining since the park is almost empty and the creek is flowing well.

J T2 months ago

Best park in town. Offers something to everyone at every age and at every physical ability. History, geology, hydrology, biology, ecology, and cardio from the miles of trails, both shaded and totally exposed! Playground for kids, trails for bikers and bikers alike. Full view of the South Bay and San Jose downtown. Free WiFi near ranger station/visitor center.

aga ogabytes3 months ago

Alum Rock Park is such a beautiful place to explore. The scenery is stunning, with plenty of hiking trails for all levels, from easy walks to more challenging climbs. I really enjoy how peaceful and green it feels, and there’s so much wildlife to see along the way. It’s a perfect spot to connect with nature, get some fresh air, and take in amazing views—definitely one of the gems of San Jose.

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Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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